He was first elected to the Dail in 1997.

The Independent councillor says the level of the lake has risen 15 inches over the past three weeks, and it is now at the level that could usually be expected in springtime.

Roscommon council has been trying to argue that they must be allowed carry out small remedial works in the area of Lough Funshinagh to avoid some families being forced out of their homes

The Council says it does not require planning for the works it will be carrying out

The group believes that the legislation under which the work was being undertaken has been superseded by European law

The Athleague man announced on social media this week that he intends to quit local politics after being first elected in 2014.

Laurence Fallon has been elected the new Cathaoirleach of Roscommon County Council. The Independent representative, who was proposed by Councillor Tom Crosby and seconded by